Iowa Principal Group to Expand Operations, Add 200 Jobs

Principal Financial Group Inc. is expanding its Des Moines operations and anticipates hiring at least 200 more workers by the end of 2007.

The Des Moines-based insurance and financial services company said Friday it continues to see growth in its various business lines. In particular, it listed divisions that specialize in specialty benefits, health insurance and Principal Global Investors, which manages assets for the company and outside clients.